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GROW TOWNSHIP PARKS/RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING HELD
JULY 12, 1973 - MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by Vice-chairman Jim Griswold
at 7:40 p.m.
Members present: Britton, Griswold, Hulegaard, Kappelhoff,
Oslund, Schneider
Members excused: Bradley, Heidelberger, Sloth, P&Z
Guests: Ruby and Pam Ambrosch, Roger Anderson
Motion made by Dick Schneider, seconded by Jim Kappelhoff that
the minutes be accepted as mailed; motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
Lighting Parks - Jim Griswold reported that full delegation of
authority hasn't been officially accepted. Dick Beens has told
him we may as well consider the increased limits as law.
The Power company cannot wire timers on park lighting. This must
be handled through an independent electrician. There are two types
of lights - security lights and street lights. Security lights
remain on from dusk to dawn and cost $2.25 plus tax per month at
l75 watts. Street lights - 175 watt - $30 per year
250 watt - $37 per year
400 watt - $51 per year.
Maps - Dean reported that Hudson Map Company has nothing more than
what can be obtained from U. S. Government. Surveyor has none and
SCS has none. Best we can do is use the Geological Survey maps.
Jim Kappelhoff accepted the maps from Dean and they will be used
for the Model Park Study.
Chapman Addition - Trueman has leveled the area. Jim Kappelhoff
met with approximately twenty-five neighbors in the area who all
signed up to help install playground equipment when it arrives.
They would also like to order more equipment, and a jungle jim
was ordered. Jim Griswold will check with Dick Beens regarding
liability for accidents on park areas. He will also check with
Anoka County, NSP and Joslyn Mfg. Co. as to availability of pole
tops for fencing off park areas.
Crooked Lake Cleanup - The site is cleared but needs some handwork.
It was agreed that we ask Cecil Heidelberger to ask the Boy Scouts
if they would take it on as one of their projects and clean out the
weeds, etc. It should also be seeded. Secretary will check for
any necessary cleanup permits.
Minutes - July l2, 1973
Page 2
Coon Creek bridge and dam - There was some discussion on the
Coon Creek bridge project and the purchase of adjoining land.
Trueman reported that special meetings were being held by the
Town Board on this matter and he will report more at the next
meeting. Dick Schneider had attended a meeting regarding
a proposed dam on Coon Creek above Hiway 242. He has given
full information to Lary Carlson, Chairman of the Town Board.
This project would create a ponding area in an already low area
and would have the effect of stabilizing the level of Crooked
Lake.
LAND ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT
Nordeen Addition - Trueman had received a letter from the County
Attorney's office stating that the property we were interested
in is not for sale, but had been donated to the County for park
area.
Park Cleanup - We need to push for a maintenance crew for purposes
of mowing, flooding rinks, clearing snow, etc. This cannot be
left up to the Park Board, but should be handled by contract.
Jim GriS~lold will contact Gary West to see if he would be interested
in mowing the current park areas. The secretary will write a letter
to the Town Board requesting that bids be let for park maintenance.
NEW BUSINESS
Hockey rinks - Guest Roger Anderson presented his ideas for
the hockey rink to be built this fall. We should try for a
permanent installation because it is cheaper and easier to
maintain. A good site for the permanent installation would be
on the Township property near the new Town Hall. We should talk
with the school officials to see what they would offer us in the
way of facilities, etc. before any decision is made. We will
need the help of the skaters and their parents to get the project
off the ground. Such things as concession stands were discussed
with proceeds going to upkeep of rink; advertising on boards was
also brought out. School officials should be asked the following:
a) do you have a location for a permanent site; b) what services
would you provide regarding maintenance, lighting, management, etc.;
c) what facilities are there for a general rink.
Roger is interested in managing and coordinating the rink after
construction and will do all he can to help with construction.
Jim Griswold, Dick Schneider and Roger will work together on
this project, which also includes a general skating rink adjacent.
Minutes - July 12, 1973
Page 3
General Skating Rinks - It was discussed that natural areas
should be prime targets for this year's skating rinks and
that rinks would be discussed in more detail at the next meeting.
Cedar Crest - The secretary will call Mrs. Adelman and have her
organize a neighborhood meeting regarding cleanup of the park
area and skating rink. Trueman will conduct the meeting.
Warming Houses - Tabled until next meeting.
New Additions - Chamberlain and Winslow's additions - 25 and 15
acres res?ectively, will be checked into for possible donation.
PLANS AND OBJECTIVES
Next meeting will be for purpose of drawing up proposal for
hockey rink and discussion of general rinks.
Next meeting will be held August 9, 1973, 7:30 p.m. at Crooked
Lake School.
Motion made by Dean Oslund, seconded by Dick Schneider that the
meeting be adjourned; motion carried. Meeting adjourned at
10:00 p.m.
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